Man Bailed After Hackney Murder Probe
A 26-year-old man has been released on bail by detectives investigating a deadly attack in Hackney.
Arrest Made Following Upper Clapton Street Death
The man was arrested after voluntarily attending an east London police station on Thursday, 5 April. He was questioned by homicide detectives from City of London Police before being bailed to a date in late April as enquiries continue.
City of London Police Lend a Hand Amid Met’s Heavy Caseload
With the Met’s Homicide and Major Crime Command (HMCC) stretched thin by multiple investigations, the City of London Police stepped in to assist. Led by Superintendent Lee Presland, a former Met officer, City cops are spearheading the murder probe, supported by HMCC colleagues.
The Met often collaborates with neighbouring forces like City of London Police on crime initiatives, including tackling knife crime through Operation Sceptre. The expertise of City officers is a welcome boost.
Tragic Scene at Upper Clapton Road
- Police rushed to a bookmakers on Upper Clapton Road at 4:27 pm on Wednesday, 4 April, after reports of a man found unconscious.
- London Ambulance Service and Air Ambulance attended but could not save the 53-year-old victim.
- He was pronounced dead at the scene; next of kin have been informed.
- A post-mortem is underway at Poplar Mortuary, with formal ID still pending.
The victim is thought to have had an altercation with another man who fled the scene. Detectives are working to uncover the full circumstances and motive behind the attack.
Call for Witnesses
Anyone with information is urged to contact police on 101 or anonymously via Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.
